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Design

Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.

2.has an over-the-ear form

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

Comfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This model is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors. It offers potential for maximum bass and loudness levels.

3.has a detachable cable

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.

4.weight

235g

270g

221.1g

227g

8g

Best

Sony MDR-EX150AP

3g

5.can be folded

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

Folding devices are good for transporting as they take up less space in your bag.

6.has a tangle free cable

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

The cable is designed to minimize tangling.

For example

SoundMagic E11C

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Sound quality

1.highest frequency

39800Hz

22000Hz

22000Hz

23000Hz

24000Hz

The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

Best

Sony MDR-Z1R

120000Hz

2.lowest frequency

10Hz

15Hz

18Hz

17Hz

4Hz

The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Best

Sony MH1CBLK

1Hz

3.has sound isolation/passive noise reduction

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.

4.has a neodymium magnet

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.

5.has active noise cancelling (noise reduction)

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.

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Power

1.has a battery level indicator

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.

2.has a rechargeable battery

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

The battery can be recharged and used over again.

3.has a removable battery

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.

For example

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i

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Connectivity

1.Can be used wirelessly

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

2.has a 3.5mm male connector

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.

3.supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.

4.Has WiFi

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

The device can connect to WiFi.

For example

Meters OV-1 Bluetooth

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Features

1.control panel placed on a device

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

2.can be used as a headset

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for applications which require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones etc.

3.has an in-line control panel

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.

4.has a noise canceling microphone

AKG K712

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 550

Sony MDR-XB50AP

These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.